Practice Outside the Lines

In this episode, we interview James Sias host of the “Practicing Polyamory” Podcast. We chat about how he ended up creating 3 podcasts, as well as his experiential advice to anyone interested in starting a podcast themselves.

In this episode, we talk with sex therapist and Sluts and Scholars podcaster Nicoletta Heidegger. MA, MEd, LMFT. An education enthusiast, Nicoletta gives us her experience going through her undergraduate and master's programs in education, psychology, and therapy with an emphasis on sex and sexual health.

In this episode, we are joined by producer, photographer, and director Holly Randall. With over 20 years of professional experience in the porn industry, Holly tells us about her career, her work towards dismantling the misconceptions of the industry, and some advice for those interested in getting into the field.

In this episode, we have the esteemed Dr. Melody Brown, a licensed marriage and family therapist teaching at the University of Colorado Denver, where we discuss the intersections of sexuality and race and her experience working in academia. Along the way, we talk about the many different challenges she and her clients have faced throughout these historic times in the African American community.

In this episode, we are joined by the “Cheating on Fear” podcast hosts, Beatrice and Dante! We get a closer look into their own non-traditional relationship and an in-depth look into the creation of their podcast and pseudonyms.

In this episode, we continue our interview with sex educator, author, and artist Midori. We learn about the moment she took the leap to become a full-time sex educator. Midori tells us about writing “The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage”, and how the book that was expected to flop turned out to be an international success. Midori spills the honest reality of becoming a sex educator and advises someone interested in taking the plunge.

In this episode we interview sex educator, author, and artist Midori. We get an inside scoop at how her path to becoming a sex “edu-tainer” was driven by creativity, authenticity, and making mistakes. Dubbed by Dan Savage as the “Supernova of Kink”, Midori has created an extensive career. She is known for her artistic installations and performances, being the author of “ The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage”, and her classes on female dominance.

In this episode with the Sexual Health Alliance's Director of Clinical Education, Dr. Chris Donaghue, we take a deep dive into his influences and what it means to stay on top of an ever-changing field. Dr. Chris Donaghue also provides valuable advice for finding out what it is you want to be doing for a profession.

In this episode with Dr. Zhanna, we discuss the many reasons for her decision in pursuing a career in becoming a sex scientist. She also shares what a sex scientist is and what it is to understand humans and their sexuality as a scientist.

In part 2 of this episode, Dr. Justin Lehmiller shares the business side of being a Sex Researcher where we discuss how he started his own podcast, how he decided to write his book “Tell me What You Want” and how he turned his blog into a business. Along the way, we discuss the importance of having multiple streams of income and Justin offers advice for anyone wanting to write about sex or start their own blog.

In this episode, we discuss the process that Kinsey Institute Research Fellow, Dr. Justin Lehmiller took in order to become a sex researcher and educator. From starting a blog about the science of sex to later teaching sex courses at Harvard University and working with the Kinsey Institute, we hear all of Dr. Justin Lehmiller's advice for anyone looking into becoming a sex researcher themselves.

In this episode with Sameera Quershi, we discuss the lack of sex education resources in the Muslim community and how her passion for her community lead her to become a sex educator and create a curriculum herself. Then she shares some advice on how to keep your business sustainable and on how to become a sexuality professional yourself.

Popular sexuality writer, Michael Castleman shares how he went from writing health articles as a freelance magazine journalist to publishing 18 of his very own books including his latest, Sizzling Sex for Life. Along with his journey, Michael shares his view on sex-positive parents, sex education in public schools and what he's learned over the years researching sex.

In this episode, we are joined by comedian and podcast producer, Kevin Philips, where we learn the story behind his podcast Orgy Story! Kevin then discusses sex-positive comedy, how to gain podcast sponsorships and the challenges he has experienced due to COVID-19.

Six-time founder, Christine Mason, gives us an inside look into running a business in the sexual health and intimate wellness industry, how she turned her passion project into a sustainable business known as Rosebud Woman, and building a team that collaborates with healthcare professionals. Along the way, she shares educational information on women's wellness and how to take care of the vulva.

Jet Setting Jasmine straddles multiple worlds as a sexuality entrepreneur, sex therapist, adult entertainer and a parent. Join us in this episode where Jasmine gives us the back story on her name, how working at a nursing home impacted her career and how all her different businesses in the sex industry came to be. Then hear about Royal Fetish Films' representation of black sex and the struggles Jasmine has faced being both an adult entertainer and a sex therapist.

Respark Therapy's Clinical Manager, Taylor Spaziani, shares her journey in finding her calling as a sex therapist and all the steps she's taking in order to become one. From studying porn as a 7-year-old to now being in the heat of her graduate school program for Marriage and Family Therapy, Taylor shares how she's reaching her goals and how you can too!

In this episode, we talk with Kelvin Pace, MS, LPC-S, CST owner of KpaceCounseling, LLC, about his journey to becoming a certified sex therapist in Alaska, the barriers of consensual non-monogomy in healthcare, and using masturbation as a form of erotic self-care. Not only that but Kelvin also shines light on the underrepresentation of African American males as sex therapists and how porn is treated in the black community.

Learn the story behind Rosy, the first of it's kind sexual health app for women and health care professionals from the CEO herself, Lynsey Harper. Hear about how Harper transitioned from her OBGYN practice by creating Rosy, gaining investors and becoming a sexual health entrepreneur.

In our very first episode, we interview world-renowned clinical psychologist and media sexpert, Dr. David J. Ley! Find out how the Dr. Phil show introduced David into the media world and how to talk to journalists as a sexuality professional. Then listen to a shocking story about discovering a fake necrophilia expert and some of the mistakes David has made in the media that has taught him how to navigate it all.

Welcome to the Practice Outside the Lines podcast with your host, Heather McPherson, a certified sex therapist, consultant and multi-passionate entrepreneur. Learn from the people who are working at the leading edge of sexuality. Listen in on how it all happened as they share all their secrets to mind-blowing success.